Number Tricks
Complete the following charts using three different trial numbers. Be
sure to represent each instructional statement with an algebra tile
representation. In #3, create your own number trick.
1.
Instructions
Pick any positive integer
below 1000.
Add 3
Trial 1
Trial 2
Trial 3
Explanation with Pictures
Trial 1
Trial 2
Trial 3
Explanation with Pictures
Trial 1
Trial 2
Trial 3
Explanation with Pictures
Double this number
Subtract 4
Divide by 2
Subtract the original number
RESULT:
2.
Instructions
Pick any number
Multiply the number by 2
Add 6
Add the number with you first
chose.
Divide the result by 3
Subtract 2
RESULT:
3.
Instructions